Because that’s the nature of TikTok these days, with trends becoming more and more viral and dark by the day: “The latest thing people were googling was ‘How did Dora the Explorer die?'” It may have many a person scratching their head watching this strange trend.
Understanding the Trend
The trend has users filming their reactions before and after typing in the phrase. And, those videos often are of genuine surprise or shock. These reactions have gained much attention and thus prompted significant participation.
Origins of the Phenomenon
This trend follows up on a 2012 YouTube parody spearheaded by TheStringiniBros called “Dora No More.” In this funny video, it shows a handful of fake situations in which Dora dies tragically. The video is a satirical take on Game of Thrones, but it’s affected the search results and left some to think that these events actually occurred as canon.
Dora’s Actual Fate
Actually, Dora the Explorer, the preschool character legendary, did not die in the show. The series was broadcast from 2000 until 2019, but there was never such an event. Anything to the contrary is rooted in fandom headcannons and not canon.
The Role of Social Media
Trends like these are amplified on social media platforms, particularly TikTok. It attracts users as entertainment, with people sharing their reactions and urging others to join in the fun. This recycles the trend and keeps it alive.
Impact on Audiences
Though many people are participating in the trend for fun, it may make some audiences uneasy, particularly younger viewers. We should avoid being too faddy about this stuff and realize the difference between official content and fan content.
To find a visual explanation of this trend, take a look at the following video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wDwryzerQqw
